Whirlpool Laundry – Smart Washers, Dryers & Connected Laundry Ecosystem Overview

Created by Lamont Gibson, Modified on Thu, 2 Jul at 3:26 PM by Lamont Gibson

Purpose

This overview serves as the SmartHomeConcierge.ai master reference for the Whirlpool Laundry ecosystem. It provides a comprehensive summary of products, platform features, mobile app capabilities, connected laundry technologies, Whirlpool® App integration, energy management, remote monitoring, and common configuration categories used by SmartHomeConcierge.ai technicians when assisting customers and creating device-specific configuration articles.

Whirlpool® Smart Laundry appliances integrate with the Whirlpool® App, allowing homeowners to remotely monitor laundry cycles, receive notifications, manage appliance settings, access guided troubleshooting, monitor maintenance needs, and install software updates on supported models. Premium Whirlpool laundry appliances feature technologies such as Load & Go™, Intuitive Controls, Advanced Moisture Sensing, Wrinkle Shield™ Plus, Smart Appliance Features, and Remote Start.

Supported Product Families

Front Load Washers

Whirlpool® Smart Front Load Washer
Load & Go™ Washer Models
Steam Wash Models

Top Load Washers

Whirlpool® Smart Top Load Washer
Agitator Models
Impeller Models

Dryers

Smart Electric Dryer
Smart Gas Dryer
Steam Dryer
Moisture Sensing Dryer

Laundry Centers

Smart Laundry Centers
Stacked Washer & Dryer Units

Specialty Features

Load & Go™ Detergent Dispenser
Remote Start
Wrinkle Shield™ Plus
Advanced Moisture Sensing
Steam Refresh
Sanitize Cycle

Mobile Applications

Whirlpool® (iOS)
Whirlpool® (Android)

Mobile App Features

Feature	Description
Remote Monitoring	Monitor wash and dry cycles from anywhere.
Cycle Notifications	Receive alerts when laundry cycles finish.
Remote Start	Start compatible laundry cycles remotely after enabling Remote Start on the appliance.
Customized Cycles	Save and manage favorite laundry cycles.
Guided Troubleshooting	Diagnose appliance issues through the app.
Maintenance Reminders	Receive cleaning and maintenance notifications.
Firmware Updates	Install software updates on supported models.
Device Management	Manage multiple Whirlpool smart appliances from one account.

The Whirlpool® App provides centralized management for compatible Whirlpool laundry appliances, including monitoring, maintenance, diagnostics, and remote control.

Connectivity Options

Wireless

Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz)

Smart Platform

Whirlpool® Connected Appliances

Connection Features

Scan-to-Connect
QR Code Registration
Guided Wi-Fi Setup

Supported Smart Features

Washing Technologies

Load & Go™
Steam Clean
Sanitize Cycle
Quick Wash
Presoak
Cold Wash

Drying Technologies

Advanced Moisture Sensing
Wrinkle Shield™ Plus
Steam Refresh
Air Dry
Timed Dry

Smart Intelligence

Remote Start
Favorite Cycles
Maintenance Tracking
Guided Troubleshooting
Cycle Notifications

Smart Features

Feature	Description
Remote Start	Start compatible laundry cycles remotely after activating Remote Start on the appliance.
Load & Go™	Automatically dispenses detergent for multiple loads before needing a refill.
Favorite Cycles	Save customized wash and dry settings for quick access.
Guided Troubleshooting	Receive step-by-step troubleshooting guidance within the Whirlpool app.
Maintenance Tracking	Monitor appliance maintenance needs and cleaning reminders.
Software Updates	Receive firmware improvements for supported connected appliances.

Whirlpool smart laundry appliances provide convenient remote monitoring, maintenance assistance, and cycle management through the Whirlpool App.

Washing Features

Load & Go™
Steam Clean
Sanitize Cycle
Quick Wash
Presoak
Cold Wash
Delay Start
Extra Rinse
Child Lock

Drying Features

Advanced Moisture Sensing
Wrinkle Shield™ Plus
Steam Refresh
Timed Dry
Air Dry
Eco Dry
Delay Start

Notification Features

Cycle Complete Alerts
Maintenance Reminders
Detergent Refill Alerts (Load & Go™ models)
Door Open Notifications
Firmware Update Notifications
Connectivity Alerts
Error Notifications

Maintenance Features

Guided Troubleshooting
Appliance Diagnostics
Firmware Updates
Washer Clean Cycle Reminders
Lint Filter Reminders
Activity History

Energy Features

Eco Cycles
Energy Usage Monitoring (supported models)
ENERGY STAR® Certified Models
Smart Energy Optimization

Security Features

Whirlpool Account Authentication
Secure Wi-Fi Communication
Device Authentication
Encrypted Cloud Communications

Privacy Features

Secure Whirlpool Account
Device Ownership Controls
Encrypted Communications
Cloud Privacy Controls

Smart Home Integrations

Whirlpool® App
Amazon Alexa
Google Assistant
Connected Appliance Platform

Compatible Whirlpool smart laundry appliances support Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant for basic voice control, appliance monitoring, and smart home routines.

Voice Assistant Integration

Amazon Alexa

Check Washer Status
Check Dryer Status
Receive Cycle Notifications
Trigger Alexa Routines

Google Assistant

Monitor Appliance Status
Check Remaining Cycle Time
Trigger Google Home Automations

Voice assistant functionality varies depending on appliance model, firmware version, and supported Whirlpool connected features.

Device Management Features

Register Appliance
Connect to Wi-Fi
Pair Whirlpool App
Configure Remote Start
Configure Favorite Cycles
Configure Notifications
Firmware Updates
Diagnostics
Activity History

Common Customer Requests

Set Up Whirlpool Smart Washer
Set Up Whirlpool Smart Dryer
Connect Appliance to Wi-Fi
Register Appliance
Pair Whirlpool App
Enable Remote Start
Configure Load & Go™
Save Favorite Cycles
Run Guided Diagnostics
Connect Amazon Alexa
Connect Google Assistant
Update Firmware
Reset Appliance
Troubleshoot Offline Appliance
Reconnect After Router Replacement